Place the blueberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over low-medium heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
16 ounces fresh blueberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water, 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to smash the blueberries as they cook. Allow the mixture to continue to simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until the fruit has broken down.
Remove from heat, and allow the mixture to cool for 10 to 15 minutes or longer if desired. Pour the mixture through a mesh sieve to remove the fruit pieces.
Store the syrup in a sealed container in your fridge for up to a week.
Notes
The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients and a serving size of 2-ounces. Actual calories will vary.*Use the blueberry syrup to flavor sodas, alcohol based drinks, or as a drizzle for desserts. This syrup is slightly thinner than pancake syrup but could be used as a pancake topping.